Schermereiland en Omval, Alkmaar
NeighbourhoodThis 1924 terraced house on Heiligland sits in a quiet corner of Alkmaar, with a floor area that is 47% larger than the neighbourhood average. At €599,000, the asking price is in line with the median in the area. Compared to other terraced houses in Alkmaar, it offers generous proportions for its type.
The Schermereiland en Omval neighbourhood is a mixed residential area with a high address density of 2,857 per km². Around 57% of homes are owner-occupied, and the population is diverse: many singles and couples, with a fair share of families. The area has a lively urban feel, with plenty of amenities within walking distance.
For daily groceries, the SPAR is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. Primary school children can walk to Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Matthias in a few minutes, while secondary pupils head to PCC Het Lyceum, also within walking distance. The train station is a couple of streets away, making commutes easy. The municipality of Alkmaar keeps the area well-maintained, with a park just a short stroll from the house.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including De Vliegende Makelaar. The energy label F means heating costs are something to budget for, but the spacious layout and central location make it a solid family home.
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Heiligland 43, Alkmaar
Data from Schermereiland en Omval
Data from Schermereiland en Omval
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About Heiligland 43, Alkmaar
The asking price of €599,000 is very close to the neighbourhood median of €598,500, so it is in line with the local market. The house is larger than average (162 m² versus 110 m²), which justifies the price compared to smaller homes in the area.
The energy label is F, which is low efficiency. This means the home is likely to have higher heating costs. In the neighbourhood, 35.3% of homes have label D or lower, so this is not unusual for a house built in 1924.
The train station is 2.2 km away, about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle ride. It connects Alkmaar to surrounding cities.
Primary schools within walking distance include Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Matthias (463 m) and Sint Adelbertusschool (769 m). For secondary education, PCC Het Lyceum is 918 m away. There are also special education options nearby.
The nearest supermarket is SPAR at 345 m, just around the corner. Albert Heijn and Aldi are about 780 m away, a ten-minute walk. There are also organic options like Ekoplaza within 750 m.
The neighbourhood recorded 121 total crimes in the latest data, which for a densely populated urban area is moderate. The area feels safe overall, with a mix of residents and good street lighting.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Schermereiland en Omval